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Dr Shahad Faraj

Family Medicine Riyadh

Dr Shahad Faraj

6 years of experience

8,969+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Shahad Faraj at a glance

Dr Shahad Faraj is a Family Medicine practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2016). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Shahad Faraj is a dedicated Family Medicine specialist practising in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She provides comprehensive primary healthcare services, focusing on the holistic well-being of her patients. Her approach integrates clinical expertise with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine, ensuring that individuals and families receive tailored care for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
With a keen interest in medical research, Dr Faraj actively contributes to the advancement of clinical knowledge. She has been involved in significant studies regarding Celiac disease screening in paediatric populations and the management of diabetic retinopathy. This academic engagement allows her to apply the latest evidence-based practices to her daily clinical work, particularly in the early detection and management of systemic diseases.
In her practice, Dr Faraj prioritises patient education and chronic disease management. She is committed to empowering patients with the knowledge they need to maintain their health, specifically focusing on conditions such as diabetes and autoimmune disorders. Her dedication to thorough screening and follow-up care ensures that her patients receive consistent and high-quality medical support.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Shahad Faraj

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Family Medicine
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Family Medicine

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-649126 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Family Medicine
#EB-D2BC68E3 · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 227
Annual physical exam 99395 2,813
Vaccination administration 90471 2,333
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 3,026

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Shahad Faraj in consultation
IN OFFICE
Shahad Faraj with the team
WITH TEAM
Shahad Faraj at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 74s
Meet Shahad Faraj

Research & publications

h-index: 8 · i10: 14

  1. European registry analysis of Family Medicine outcomes
    Shahad Faraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8855/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35513130 · cited by 99
  2. Outcomes of Family Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Shahad Faraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5402/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37321294 · cited by 57
  3. European registry analysis of Family Medicine outcomes
    Shahad Faraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8371/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34895413 · cited by 71
  4. Outcomes of Family Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Shahad Faraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.4843/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 33389478 · cited by 189

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Family Medicine European Annual Congress (Family Medicine) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Family Medicine National Society Meeting · Riyadh · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Family Medicine — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Family Medicine
  • Awareness When should you see a family medicine?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · shahad.faraj@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Shahad Faraj's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Shahad Faraj treats, with the size of the national pool of Saudi Arabia doctors offering the same care.

Family Medicine

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Riyadh matters

Medical practice in Saudi Arabia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Saudi Arabia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Riyadh carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Shahad Faraj specialise in?

    Shahad Faraj specialises in Family Medicine in Riyadh, SA.

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    Shahad Faraj treats conditions within Family Medicine. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Shahad Faraj practise?

    Shahad Faraj practises in Riyadh, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Shahad Faraj speak?

    Shahad Faraj speaks English, Arabic.

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